When it comes to food, gluten free is the new black. Whether you – or someone you know – has Celiac disease, or you’re just curious about the benefits of giving up gluten, lots of people are taking a walk on the wheat-free side. If you’re one of them, we have the scoop on what to do in Toronto to find the city’s best gluten-free fare.

What to do in Toronto if You’re Gluten-Free

Gluten Free Garage: The Sequel, returns to Toronto on April 28, 2013 from 10:00am – 4:00pm. You’ll find it in the Covered Street Barn at Artscape Wychwood Barns, at 601 Christie Street just south of St. Clair Avenue. This pop-up marketplace will be bringing together over 50 vendors to serve up fabulous gluten-free offerings. You’ll find sweets, savoury items, and even skincare. Plus there will be food trucks (including Toronto’s own gluten-free meals on wheels, The Gourmet B1tches) and guest speakers. It’s a hip twist on the farmers’ market, where everything is gluten-free, to kick off Celiac Awareness Month. No matter your reasons for giving up gluten, the Gluten Free Garage offers one-stop shopping and an opportunity to discover more about happy, healthy gluten-free living.

If you add the Gluten Free Garage to your list of what to do in Toronto, you’ll have a chance to discover local merchants, bakeries and restaurants that cater to your gluten-free needs. You’ll try and buy gluten-free food and lifestyle products, and learn more about Celiac disease, gluten intolerance and the gluten-free diet. You’ll hear knowledgeable guest speakers, meet local health experts and find out about services to make gluten-free living easier. And, of course, there will be coupons and samples to take home with you at the end of the day.

Admission is $10, and kids 12 and under get in for free, so you can bring the whole gluten-free family. For more information, check out their website below.

Gluten Free Garage

Amber Strocel is the Managing Editor of City Mom Now, the parent network of Toronto Mom Now. She is a writer, podcaster, ardent crafter and green mom, who believes strongly in the power of the Internet to connect and empower. You can follow her on her personal blog at Strocel.com.